Michelle Wolf
Get the full intelligence
Search transcripts, export clips, track mentions, and explore all topics from “Michelle Wolf” inside PodZeus.
Michelle Wolf, the acclaimed comedian and tourer of 'The Best Job in the World,' steps into the Off Menu dream restaurant with a menu as chaotic and candid as her stand-up. From her exhausted post-baby state—arriving with a baby in tow and no diapers—to her love of over-the-top food experiences, she delivers a meal that’s equal parts indulgence and self-awareness. Her dream starter is Nobu’s dry miso spinach salad, a dish she adores despite not knowing how miso can be dry. Her main course? Cacio e Pepe, which she admits she’s never cooked but dreams of eating in Rome. She’s not a fan of sharing, especially when it comes to bread, and she’s deeply committed to her love of strawberries, pretzel rolls, and the perfect ice cube. Her drink? Rosé champagne in a coupe, a glass rumored to be shaped like Marie Antoinette’s breast. Her dessert? Sticky toffee pudding with black truffle ice cream—yes, really—and she’s unapologetically proud of it, even when her wordplay veers into offensive territory. The episode is a masterclass in vulnerability, humor, and the absurdity of modern life, all wrapped in a conversation that feels like a late-night chat with a friend who’s both brilliant and slightly unhinged. The standout revelation isn’t just her menu—it’s her admission that she can’t remember what she did yesterday, but she can recall the full name of a childhood classmate with diabetes. That moment underscores the show’s theme: memory is fragile, but humor is eternal.
Michelle Wolf’s dream meal is a chaotic mix of cacio e pepe, dry miso spinach salad, and sticky toffee pudding with black truffle ice cream—proof that her humor thrives on contradiction.
She can’t remember what she did yesterday but remembers a childhood classmate’s full name—highlighting how trauma and memory work in unpredictable ways.
Her love of food is deeply tied to childhood memories and sensory experiences, like the perfect ice cube or the smell of Garrett’s popcorn.
She refuses to share food, especially bread, but admits she’s had to become a sharer due to small-plate restaurant culture.
Her joke about 'Black Trouble' was instantly recognized as offensive, and she immediately disavowed it—showing her self-awareness and comedic integrity.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Welcome to the Dream Restaurant
Ed Gamble and James Acaster introduce the Off Menu podcast, setting the stage with their signature absurd humor. They welcome Michelle Wolf, the guest of the week, and explain the rules of the dream restaurant, including the secret ingredient: Wolf Cola, a fictional drink from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
Michelle Arrives: Exhausted and Hungry
Michelle Wolf arrives disoriented and famished, having just traveled with her two young children and forgotten essentials like diapers. She immediately devours a piece of Ed’s birthday cake, admitting she’s been running on coffee and hope. The hosts welcome her into the dream restaurant, where she’s clearly not in her element.
The Belly Button Incident
Michelle shares a bizarre, intimate moment from motherhood: her toddler constantly prodding her belly button. She jokes about innies and outies, speculating that outies are the result of rushed deliveries. The conversation spirals into a surreal discussion about the Mandela effect and whether outies ever existed.
Michelle’s Food Philosophy: Not Food, Not Real Food
Michelle reveals her love for non-foods—pop tarts, cheese curls, and the bizarre mix of toffee and cheese popcorn. She describes the smell of the popcorn as lingering for two days, calling it a 'chemically made product' that’s both delicious and unforgettable.
The Wolf Cola Test: She Passes
The hosts test Michelle on the secret ingredient—Wolf Cola. She doesn’t pick it, proving she’s not a fan of the fictional drink. The hosts celebrate her survival, and she’s allowed to stay in the dream restaurant. The moment is lighthearted but also a nod to her identity as a comedian.
“like, very racist! Just a bunch of white people in a room talking about Black Trouble.”
“I don't know if it actually all goes together, but I think I'd be incredibly happy after that meal.”
“I love a cheese curl with the puffy ones, not like the Cheetos. Right, yeah, yeah. Covered in sort of dust.”
Hosts
Guest
Michelle Wolf
person
Ed Gamble
person
James Acaster
person
Nobu
other
Gordon Ramsay
person
Todd Barry
person
Garrett's popcorn
product
Perilla
other
Seth Meyers
person
Marie Antoinette
person
Regé-Jean Page
Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster • 1h 17m • 4/1/2026
John Mulaney
Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster • 1h 21m • 4/8/2026
Brian Cox
Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster • 59m • 4/15/2026
Graham Norton
Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster • 1h 6m • 4/22/2026
Ayoade Bamgboye
Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster • 1h 12m • 4/29/2026
Get the full intelligence
Search transcripts, export clips, track mentions, and explore all topics from “Michelle Wolf” inside PodZeus.
Start discovering podcast insights today
Start with a 7-day trial and explore a growing catalog of popular podcasts. No credit card required.
No credit card required • 7-day trial • Cancel anytime